Foysol Choudhury MBE MSP
@foysolchoudhury.bsky.social
Member of the Scottish Parliament| Equality Campaigner | Dad | Edinburgh | Scotland
🌎 www.foysolchoudhury.co.uk
🌎 www.foysolchoudhury.co.uk
Today I spoke in the chamber on the chronic underfunding of Scotland’s Fire and Rescue Service. Underinvestment is putting stations like Marionville at risk. Our communities deserve safe, well-funded fire services.
#StopTheCuts #SaveOurFireService
#StopTheCuts #SaveOurFireService
January 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Today I spoke in the chamber on the chronic underfunding of Scotland’s Fire and Rescue Service. Underinvestment is putting stations like Marionville at risk. Our communities deserve safe, well-funded fire services.
#StopTheCuts #SaveOurFireService
#StopTheCuts #SaveOurFireService
The Asda Foundation is investing up to £600,000 through its Healthy Teen Minds programme, offering £500 to £1,000 grants to grassroots community groups supporting teenagers’ mental health and wellbeing, with applications open from 6th to 20th January.
asdafoundation.org/our-grants/y...
asdafoundation.org/our-grants/y...
January 12, 2026 at 10:53 AM
The Asda Foundation is investing up to £600,000 through its Healthy Teen Minds programme, offering £500 to £1,000 grants to grassroots community groups supporting teenagers’ mental health and wellbeing, with applications open from 6th to 20th January.
asdafoundation.org/our-grants/y...
asdafoundation.org/our-grants/y...
Today on Portfolio Questions I asked the Scottish Government to reconsider its decision on the £15 million required to complete repairs and enable the reopening of St Kentigern’s Academy.
#workingforyou #education
#workingforyou #education
January 8, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Today on Portfolio Questions I asked the Scottish Government to reconsider its decision on the £15 million required to complete repairs and enable the reopening of St Kentigern’s Academy.
#workingforyou #education
#workingforyou #education
I recently lodged a motion to recognise Gavin McCann, of Cala Homes for receiving the NHBC Pride in the Job Regional Award, highlighting the outstanding work being carried out at Queensferry Heights in South Queensferry.
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
January 8, 2026 at 2:06 PM
I recently lodged a motion to recognise Gavin McCann, of Cala Homes for receiving the NHBC Pride in the Job Regional Award, highlighting the outstanding work being carried out at Queensferry Heights in South Queensferry.
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
You can check out my latest column on how community-led initiatives, such as solar co-ops, are cutting carbon, saving money and driving real change in Edinburgh as the race to net zero intensifies.
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January 7, 2026 at 2:43 PM
You can check out my latest column on how community-led initiatives, such as solar co-ops, are cutting carbon, saving money and driving real change in Edinburgh as the race to net zero intensifies.
shorturl.at/YXkWI
shorturl.at/YXkWI
Proud to have submitted this motion to the Scottish Parliament celebrating 10 years of Edinburgh Community Solar Co-operative 🌞
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
January 5, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Proud to have submitted this motion to the Scottish Parliament celebrating 10 years of Edinburgh Community Solar Co-operative 🌞
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
View the motion here: www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating 🎄
Wishing you a joyful day filled with peace, kindness, and togetherness.
#MerryChristmas
Wishing you a joyful day filled with peace, kindness, and togetherness.
#MerryChristmas
December 25, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating 🎄
Wishing you a joyful day filled with peace, kindness, and togetherness.
#MerryChristmas
Wishing you a joyful day filled with peace, kindness, and togetherness.
#MerryChristmas
Yesterday I meet with constituents who are amongst the 34 staff dismissed by @rockstargames.com . This situation raises serious concerns about workers’ rights and potential anti-union discrimination.
December 16, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Yesterday I meet with constituents who are amongst the 34 staff dismissed by @rockstargames.com . This situation raises serious concerns about workers’ rights and potential anti-union discrimination.
📰 You can read the full article at: nen.press/msp-calls-fo...
December 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
📰 You can read the full article at: nen.press/msp-calls-fo...
Here's a summary of my response to the pre-consultation on proposed changes to secondary school catchment areas in West Lothian.
#workingforyou #Calderwood
#workingforyou #Calderwood
December 15, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Here's a summary of my response to the pre-consultation on proposed changes to secondary school catchment areas in West Lothian.
#workingforyou #Calderwood
#workingforyou #Calderwood
Many Lothian constituents have already started receiving my Annual Report, which shares an overview of the work I’ve carried out over the past year in the Scottish Parliament.
You can access the digital version here: foysolchoudhury.co.uk/wp-content/u...
You can access the digital version here: foysolchoudhury.co.uk/wp-content/u...
December 11, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Many Lothian constituents have already started receiving my Annual Report, which shares an overview of the work I’ve carried out over the past year in the Scottish Parliament.
You can access the digital version here: foysolchoudhury.co.uk/wp-content/u...
You can access the digital version here: foysolchoudhury.co.uk/wp-content/u...
Please stay aware of your surroundings, keep your drinks with you, and check in with friends during your night out.
If you or someone else becomes unwell after a suspected spiking, call NHS 24 on 111, or 999 in an emergency, and report any suspected incident to Police Scotland on 101.
If you or someone else becomes unwell after a suspected spiking, call NHS 24 on 111, or 999 in an emergency, and report any suspected incident to Police Scotland on 101.
December 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Please stay aware of your surroundings, keep your drinks with you, and check in with friends during your night out.
If you or someone else becomes unwell after a suspected spiking, call NHS 24 on 111, or 999 in an emergency, and report any suspected incident to Police Scotland on 101.
If you or someone else becomes unwell after a suspected spiking, call NHS 24 on 111, or 999 in an emergency, and report any suspected incident to Police Scotland on 101.
Last week, the Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Committee has postponed any decision on Westfield Court, allowing time for full engagement with residents and owners. I welcome this and will continue to support the community as discussions move forward.
December 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Last week, the Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Committee has postponed any decision on Westfield Court, allowing time for full engagement with residents and owners. I welcome this and will continue to support the community as discussions move forward.
Honoured to join the Scot-Study & SWIE Alumni Gala, a beautiful celebration of international students shaping Scotland. Grateful for the chance to speak and moved by the achievements of so many inspiring graduates. Thank you, Scot-Study and Solomon Word International Education.
December 8, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Honoured to join the Scot-Study & SWIE Alumni Gala, a beautiful celebration of international students shaping Scotland. Grateful for the chance to speak and moved by the achievements of so many inspiring graduates. Thank you, Scot-Study and Solomon Word International Education.
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Scottish Chambers of Commerce Business Address 2025.
The event brought together over 650 business leaders to reflect on the challenges ahead and explore the opportunities shaping the future of Scottish business.
#SCCBusinessAddress25
The event brought together over 650 business leaders to reflect on the challenges ahead and explore the opportunities shaping the future of Scottish business.
#SCCBusinessAddress25
December 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Scottish Chambers of Commerce Business Address 2025.
The event brought together over 650 business leaders to reflect on the challenges ahead and explore the opportunities shaping the future of Scottish business.
#SCCBusinessAddress25
The event brought together over 650 business leaders to reflect on the challenges ahead and explore the opportunities shaping the future of Scottish business.
#SCCBusinessAddress25
So pleased for the residents of Easter Drylaw View, their road has finally been resurfaced! This is a real community win. Huge credit to everyone who kept pushing and to the teams who delivered the work. 🌟🚧
#Drylaw #workingforyou
#Drylaw #workingforyou
December 4, 2025 at 3:49 PM
So pleased for the residents of Easter Drylaw View, their road has finally been resurfaced! This is a real community win. Huge credit to everyone who kept pushing and to the teams who delivered the work. 🌟🚧
#Drylaw #workingforyou
#Drylaw #workingforyou
📢 The Independent Review of Creative Scotland has been published.
With 36 recommendations, the review urges: less bureaucracy, stronger regional & grassroots engagement, streamlined funding, clearer long-term strategy, and the need to establish Capital Funding.
www.gov.scot/isbn/9781806...
With 36 recommendations, the review urges: less bureaucracy, stronger regional & grassroots engagement, streamlined funding, clearer long-term strategy, and the need to establish Capital Funding.
www.gov.scot/isbn/9781806...
December 3, 2025 at 11:48 AM
📢 The Independent Review of Creative Scotland has been published.
With 36 recommendations, the review urges: less bureaucracy, stronger regional & grassroots engagement, streamlined funding, clearer long-term strategy, and the need to establish Capital Funding.
www.gov.scot/isbn/9781806...
With 36 recommendations, the review urges: less bureaucracy, stronger regional & grassroots engagement, streamlined funding, clearer long-term strategy, and the need to establish Capital Funding.
www.gov.scot/isbn/9781806...
I’ve submitted a motion congratulating Work of Iron CIC in Granton on securing a £24,000 grant from Historic Environment Scotland. Their work preserving heritage craft and local building skills is vital to Granton’s regeneration.
Read the motion at: www.parliament.scot/.../votes-an...
Read the motion at: www.parliament.scot/.../votes-an...
December 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM
I’ve submitted a motion congratulating Work of Iron CIC in Granton on securing a £24,000 grant from Historic Environment Scotland. Their work preserving heritage craft and local building skills is vital to Granton’s regeneration.
Read the motion at: www.parliament.scot/.../votes-an...
Read the motion at: www.parliament.scot/.../votes-an...
Considering the concerns raised by residents of Westfield Court, I have written to the Housing, Homelessness & Fair Work Committee asking them to postpone the vote, and instead meet with residents first, so a genuine, collaborative way forward can be agreed.
December 2, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Considering the concerns raised by residents of Westfield Court, I have written to the Housing, Homelessness & Fair Work Committee asking them to postpone the vote, and instead meet with residents first, so a genuine, collaborative way forward can be agreed.
With this £25 million of funding, the UK Labour Government is giving green industry the backing it needs to grow, regenerate our communities and bring skilled jobs across the Forth.
December 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
With this £25 million of funding, the UK Labour Government is giving green industry the backing it needs to grow, regenerate our communities and bring skilled jobs across the Forth.
Today on #WorldAIDSDay2025, I stand in solidarity with everyone living with HIV and with the organisations fighting for dignity, equality, and compassionate care.
I invite all health and social care professionals to visit @waverleycare.bsky.social new online learning hub: www.hiv-informed.scot
I invite all health and social care professionals to visit @waverleycare.bsky.social new online learning hub: www.hiv-informed.scot
December 1, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Today on #WorldAIDSDay2025, I stand in solidarity with everyone living with HIV and with the organisations fighting for dignity, equality, and compassionate care.
I invite all health and social care professionals to visit @waverleycare.bsky.social new online learning hub: www.hiv-informed.scot
I invite all health and social care professionals to visit @waverleycare.bsky.social new online learning hub: www.hiv-informed.scot
This scholarship is a powerful tribute to Sir Geoff’s extraordinary legacy as a champion for anti-racism and the decolonisation of education in Scotland.
His work has shaped generations, and this initiative ensures that his impact will continue to open doors for many more.
His work has shaped generations, and this initiative ensures that his impact will continue to open doors for many more.
November 27, 2025 at 3:10 PM
This scholarship is a powerful tribute to Sir Geoff’s extraordinary legacy as a champion for anti-racism and the decolonisation of education in Scotland.
His work has shaped generations, and this initiative ensures that his impact will continue to open doors for many more.
His work has shaped generations, and this initiative ensures that his impact will continue to open doors for many more.
🎉 Congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 Creative Edinburgh Awards.
Although I couldn’t attend the ceremony in person, I still wanted to share my appreciation for the fantastic work you’ve done.
Although I couldn’t attend the ceremony in person, I still wanted to share my appreciation for the fantastic work you’ve done.
November 27, 2025 at 12:51 PM
🎉 Congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 Creative Edinburgh Awards.
Although I couldn’t attend the ceremony in person, I still wanted to share my appreciation for the fantastic work you’ve done.
Although I couldn’t attend the ceremony in person, I still wanted to share my appreciation for the fantastic work you’ve done.
One of my constituents with Type 1 diabetes had to pay nearly £300 just to keep her family safe.
No one should face that burden, which is why I’ve urged Ministers to introduce a discount for people with Type 1 diabetes under 75, so those who need protection most aren’t priced out of it.
No one should face that burden, which is why I’ve urged Ministers to introduce a discount for people with Type 1 diabetes under 75, so those who need protection most aren’t priced out of it.
November 27, 2025 at 12:46 PM
One of my constituents with Type 1 diabetes had to pay nearly £300 just to keep her family safe.
No one should face that burden, which is why I’ve urged Ministers to introduce a discount for people with Type 1 diabetes under 75, so those who need protection most aren’t priced out of it.
No one should face that burden, which is why I’ve urged Ministers to introduce a discount for people with Type 1 diabetes under 75, so those who need protection most aren’t priced out of it.
Yesterday I asked the Scottish Government what assessment has been made of the cost to the NHS and the impact on hospitalisations following the decision to narrow eligibility for the autumn COVID-19 booster.
#workingforyou #diabetes #scottishpolitics
#workingforyou #diabetes #scottishpolitics
November 27, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Yesterday I asked the Scottish Government what assessment has been made of the cost to the NHS and the impact on hospitalisations following the decision to narrow eligibility for the autumn COVID-19 booster.
#workingforyou #diabetes #scottishpolitics
#workingforyou #diabetes #scottishpolitics